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This event is in the "Family" group
Cre8ivesphere Presents: Art Unbound
All Day
5/18–5/25
Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Cre8ivesphere Presents: Art Unbound
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This event is in the "Family" group
Travel Mementos by Kim Ballesteros
All Day
5/1–5/25
Central Library - Square One Gallery (4th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Square One Gallery (4th Floor)
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
"Traveling is my greatest love - after making art - and the assemblages in this exhibition showcase some of my favorite destinations and adventures.
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This event is in the "Family" group
Scavenger Hunt Week: Disney Characters
All Day
5/12–5/24
Audelia Road - Children's Area
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Library Branch:
Audelia Road Branch
Room:
Audelia Road - Children's Area
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Embark on an exciting scavenger hunt at the library! Each month, explore the nooks and crannies of the library to uncover the hidden pictures! Once you've found them all, stop by the information desk for a special prize!
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This event is in the "Family" group
Wisdom Tower Display: Proverbs & Sayings by Influential Jewish Thinkers
All Day
5/13–5/24
Oak Lawn - Exhibit Space
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Library Branch:
Oak Lawn Branch
Room:
Oak Lawn - Exhibit Space
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month by exploring our Wisdom Tower, a dynamic display filled with powerful proverbs, reflections, and quotes from influential Jewish thinkers.
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This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Family,
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5),
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17),
Adult (18+)
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
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Library Branch:
Community Events
Age Group:
Family,
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5),
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17),
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature,
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
“The power of visibility can never be underestimated.”― Margaret Cho
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Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
May
21
2025
Wed
Baby & Me
10:00am–11:00am
Timberglen - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Timberglen Branch
Room:
Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
A fun and interactive experience designed for both babies and parents. Engage in activities that promote bonding, learn valuable skills, and connect with other parents in a supportive environment.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
21
2025
Wed
Fiber Arts Workroom Open Office Hours!
1:00pm–2:00pm
Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Need help on a project? Have a question about sewing machines? Want to hang out & craft with friends?
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
21
2025
Wed
Movie of the Week
1:00pm–3:30pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
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Library Branch:
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room:
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Visit the Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch Library every Wednesday for a different screening of a movie!
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This event is in the "Family" group
May
21
2025
Wed
Violin Class
2:00pm–2:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
21
2025
Wed
The Quiet Strength of Resilience with Ron Schwarz, a Second Generation Holocaust Survivor
2:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library - In Library (8th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - In Library (8th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
21
2025
Wed
Book Talk
2:00pm–3:00pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Book lovers unite for a lively literary adventure! Whether you're into thrillers, romance, or non-fiction, this is the perfect place to share thoughts and stories from whatever book has captured your attention.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
May
21
2025
Wed
Keyboard Class
4:00pm–4:45pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
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Library Branch:
Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room:
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
21
2025
Wed
Boardgames!
4:00pm–4:45pm
Highland Hills - Classroom B
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Library Branch:
Highland Hills Branch
Room:
Highland Hills - Classroom B
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Unplug and challenge your mind with an afternoon of board games!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
21
2025
Wed
American Mah Jongg
4:00pm–6:00pm
Preston Royal - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Preston Royal Branch
Room:
Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
🀄Meet new friends and discover the addiction of the game of Mah Jongg.🀄 These sessions will be open-play with no instructors and you must bring your own set.
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
21
2025
Wed
Chess for ages 7+
4:00pm–5:00pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 2
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Library Branch:
Vickery Park Branch
Room:
Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Stop by the Vickery Park Branch Library every Wednesday @ 4 pm to learn the rules and strategies of chess! This program is suitable for kids ages 7 and up and welcome to all!
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This event is in the "Family" group
May
21
2025
Wed
Family Movie Night: "Ratatouille"
5:30pm–7:00pm
Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room:
Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
This month we are enjoying a family favorite, "Ratatouille"!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
21
2025
Wed
Painting (Without a Brush!)
6:00pm–7:30pm
Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
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Library Branch:
Lochwood Branch
Room:
Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Create your very own work of art in a painting workshop. There is just one catch: no brush!
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
21
2025
Wed
Mental Health Awareness Month - Pony Bead Bracelets
6:00pm–7:00pm
Oak Lawn - In Library
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Library Branch:
Oak Lawn Branch
Room:
Oak Lawn - In Library
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
In this super chill program for kids, you’ll craft colorful pony bead bracelets with all the good vibes to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month! Get ready to flex your creativity while dropping some positive messages.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
21
2025
Wed
Great Books Book Club
6:30pm–8:00pm
Park Forest - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
Park Forest Branch
Room:
Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Read the greatest books in history and share your thoughts with fellow classic enthusiasts. Please have read the selection before the Book Club meeting. This meeting's selection is "A Long Day's Journey Into Night" by Eugene O'Neil.
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